Dallas council member asks for random gunfire to be classified as a higher priority crime

Maxie Johnson says the problem of random gunfire is growing and is calling for action. DALLAS — Dallas Police Department data shows that reports of all major crimes fell more than 5.5% compared to the previous year in District 4. Yet Council Member Maxie Johnson says many residents in that district still don’t feel safe. … Read more

Weeks before runoff, Cornyn launches attack on Paxton over Muslim development in North Texas

Cornyn’s campaign said Paxton has the “legal authority to put a stop to EPIC City.” Paxton has sued twice to try and stop the development. DALLAS — The legal fight over The Meadow — a proposed Muslim-centered development in Collin County — is now spilling into Texas’ high-stakes Republican runoff for U.S. Senate, just weeks … Read more

Ready for Round 2? Spurs announce next pep rally, other fan events ahead of battle against Timberwolves

Unlike Round 1, you’ll have to register ahead of time if you want to catch a Spurs-Timberwolves playoff game at The Rock. Here’s the details. SAN ANTONIO — The Spurs can officially start strategizing for the next round of the playoffs after the Timberwolves punched their ticket to the Western Conference Semifinals on Thursday night, setting … Read more